Higher Expectations with The Hier Advantage

On this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast with the Higher Advantage Real Estate team, Ron Hier sits down with longtime Antelope Valley entrepreneur Chris Spiker of Antelope Valley Florist to talk small‑business grit, community pride, and saying it with flowers. Chris shares the Spiker family’s AV roots (since 1953), how he took over the shop in 1974, and why that Avenue J marquee has beco...

https://sco.ca.gov/search_upd.html On this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast with the Hier Advantage Real Estate team, Ron Hier sits down with estate‑planning attorney Andrew Ward of Thompson Von Tungeln to demystify trusts, wills, and probate, what they are, how they differ, and when you really need them. Andy shares practical, real‑world guidance from decades of helping families protect...

From the biggest tax mistakes people make to when it’s time to hire a CPA , Anthony shares clear, actionable advice you can use before the next filing season. You’ll hear simple explanations of rental property depreciation, cost segregation, and bonus depreciation , how realtors can treat rentals as an active trade or business , and why LLCs (vs. S‑corps) often make more sense for real estate hold...

From Pizza Ovens to Open Houses: Ron & Michael on the Realities of Today’s Market On this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast from Higher Advantage Real Estate, owner and broker Ron Hier sits down with his son Michael for a candid, two‑mic conversation. Ron shares his entrepreneurial path, from running a beloved deep‑dish pizza franchise in the ’90s to navigating the foreclosure era, ea...

In this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast , Ron Hier sits down with longtime friend and Edward Jones financial advisor Steve Angebrandt for a wide-ranging, down-to-earth conversation on building wealth, planning for retirement, and creating financial stability at any stage of life. From his early days in janitorial sales to becoming a trusted financial advisor, Steve shares his personal j...

In this powerful episode of Higher Expectations with The Hier Advantage , hosts Michael Hier and Josh Vigil sit down with Alex Perez the owner and head instructor of Forge Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Van Nuys. From a chess-obsessed kid in the SFV to founding one of the most respected jiu-jitsu academies in the Valley, Alex shares his incredible journey through wrestling, judo, corporate life, and ultim...

In this heartwarming and unforgettable episode, we sit down with Caryl Hier , the beloved matriarch of the Hier family, to reflect on a life filled with wisdom, resilience, and generosity. Joined by Ron, Josh, and Michael Hier, Caryl shares stories that span over a century of family history; from homesteading in the Antelope Valley in the 1890s to life on the ranch, raising cattle and turkeys, and...

In this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast , hosts Ron, Michael, and Josh sit down with the energetic and insightful Billy Fairchild of Consumer’s Title. From flipping burgers at In-N-Out to becoming one of Southern California’s most trusted title reps, Billy shares his journey into the world of real estate, the importance of title insurance, and how his customer-first mindset has set him...

In this episode of Higher Expectations with The Hier Advantage , we sit down with Irvin Pacheco founder of Inview Media and a standout creative force in the Antelope Valley. From his early beginnings to becoming the go-to media company in the area, Irvin shares his entrepreneurial journey, creative philosophy, and the hustle behind building a brand from the ground up. We dive into friendship, busi...

Our Hosts Ron, Josh, and Michael give a quick dive into their backgrounds, what makes them unique, and what they want to share with everybody over the course of the podcast! They will be focusing on personal growth, positivity, success, and entertainment. They will be hosting guests on the show from all walks of life, but all will have stories and knowledge to share.